Broken Sword Shadow of the Templars The Directors Cut RIP-TPTB

Since its original release in 1996, the multi-million selling, BAFTA-nominated Broken Sword has never left the attention of gamers. Recognised as one of the all-time classic point and click adventures, the tale of hapless George, sassy Nico, and their globe- spanning pursuit of the ancient treasures of the Knights Templar, is a fundamental part of any gamer's conscious. Thanks to an ideal combination of smart writing, intelligent puzzles, and a depth of wit, the game is still just as relevant as it was when first released. Now with hours of new content, an overhaul of the interface, and a brand new re-imagining of classic puzzles, the game is set to be discovered by a whole new audience, on two new formats.

Amongst the changes and additions are the following:- In a move that will delight fans and enrich the experience of first-time players, a whole new story arc has been written for Nico.This tale of murder and ancient mysteries provides a wealth of background to the original plot, as well as an emotional and exciting exploration of the hidden secrets in Nicos family- All new character facial animation, based on work by legendary comic book artist Dave Gibbons (Watchmen, Beneath a Steel Sky), improves the visuals for both versions of the game.- Puzzles have been adjusted to utilise the unique opportunities made available by the DS and Wii interfaces- An all-new Help System recognises when players are stuck, and prompts them with context-sensitive hints, each beginning with cryptic nudges and eventually offering clear solutions- A diary for both George and Nico records the events experienced so far acting as a resource for players needing to remember key details, and enhancing puzzles